Synonymous with India, the Taj Mahal is undoubtedly the epitome of India tourism. India travel is incomplete without experiencing the Taj Mahal. And the City of the Taj, Agra is undoubtedly a great place for shopping. Agra tour is considered incomplete without shopping at the markets near the Taj Mahal. Being a major tourist destination, the markets of Agra are full of the artifacts and other useful items. It is a paradise for the lovers of leather goods and sweets.

Your Taj Mahal tour is incomplete if you return without taking a replica of the Taj Mahal. It is a mini Taj Mahal that you can take back home. These mini Taj Mahals are made by local artisans and is must included in every visitors shopping list.

Leather goods are the other major buying products. All leather items like bags, shoes, belts, leather jackets etc are available in various designs. There are many leather industries in Agra so leather goods are available in large variety. A good range of decorative articles made up of metals like brass, silver, copper is also available.

There are many eating outlets and hotels around Taj Mahal where you can taste the traditional dishes of Northern India. Besides, the city of Taj Mahal is also famous for 'Petha' (a kind of sweet).

While walking on the streets of Agra you can enjoy the roadside magic shows and folk dance performances. The city becomes more colorful during the Taj Mahaotsav - the Taj Festival. A large number of dancers and singers gathers at one place to exhibit their performances.